Medical MCQ - Aryan, a 14-year-old boy presented with chronic diarrhea and weight loss. History reveals that he has repeated attacks of respiratory tract infections with Pseudomonas aeruginosa. His younger brother died from a severe respiratory infection at the age of 7. Which of the following agents is most likely to improve this patient's condition?

Aryan, a 14-year-old boy presented with chronic diarrhea and weight loss. History reveals that he has repeated attacks of respiratory tract infections with Pseudomonas aeruginosa. His younger brother died from a severe respiratory infection at the age of 7. Which of the following agents is most likely to improve this patient’s condition?

Octreotide

Pancreatic lipase

Metronidazole

Loperamide

Question Category:

Pharmacology

Correct Answer:

Pancreatic lipase

Description:

- In a young male, a history of recurrent respiratory infections with P. aeruginosa, chronic diarrhea, weight loss, and death of a sibling due to respiratory infection suggests a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis (CF). - Chronic diarrhea and weight loss in patients with CF are typically caused by malabsorption secondary to pancreatic insufficiency and can be corrected by pancreatic enzyme supplementation.

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